Airports Near Khao Lak
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Quick Overview
| Airport | Code | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phuket International Airport Nearest | HKT | 80 km | Recommended |
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Distance: 80 km from Khao Lak
Getting to Khao Lak
* Prices and schedules are based on traveler reports from Pantip and may change. Always confirm with service providers.
| Transport | Price | Duration | Convenience | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi | 1,200-2,500 THB | 1 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Prices vary. Negotiate before you start your journey. Some taxi can use meter. |
| Private Car/Van Transfer | 1,200-2,700 THB | 1 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Book in advance for better rates. |
| Shared Minivan | 500 THB | 1 hr 30 min | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Look for services like "Call Me Taxi Thailand" - shared van to your hotel. |
| Airport Bus + Local Bus | 150-250 THB | 2 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Take the Airport Bus to the main road or bus terminal and then wait for a bus to Khao Lak (ภูเก็ต-ตะกั่วป่า). |
| Car Rental | 800-1,500 THB | 1 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Rent a car at the airport. |
| Bus from Krabi Airport to Khao Lak (สาย 444 อ่าวนาง-กระบี่-เขาสก) | 250 THB | 3 hr | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ | Operated by บ.พิเชษฐ์ขนส่ง จก. Goes via อ่าวนาง-บขส.กระบี่-อ่าวลึก-คลองหิน-ทับปุด-พังงา-ลำแก่น-ทับละมุ-เขาหลัก-คึกคัก-ปากวีป-บางสัก-บางม่วง-ท่ารถตะกั่วป่า-แยกโคกเคียน-พระนารายณ์-รมณีย์-เขาสก. Check schedule: กระบี่ 7.30,9.30,11.30,14.00,16.00 น. |
Local Tips
Real advice from Thai travelers: These tips are collected from Pantip, Thailand's largest online community where locals share travel experiences.
Phuket Airport is closer to Khao Lak than Krabi Airport.
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To save money, take the airport bus to the main road and then wait for a bus to Khao Lak.
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Taxi drivers at Phuket Airport may try to overcharge you.
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Driving from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak is generally easy for new drivers, especially with the new four-lane highway.
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Consider booking a private transfer in advance, as it can sometimes be cheaper than the resort's transfer service.
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Some hotels in Khao Lak offer free pick-up services from Phuket Airport. Check with your hotel.
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If going to Khao Sok first, it's better to fly into Surat Thani airport.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which airport is closer to Khao Lak, Phuket or Krabi?
Phuket Airport is much closer to Khao Lak than Krabi Airport.
How can I get from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak without renting a car?
You can take a taxi, private transfer, shared minivan, or airport bus + local bus. Taxi is the most convenient but also the most expensive. The combination of airport bus and local bus are cheapest but take a long time.
Is it easy to drive from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak?
Yes, the road is now a four-lane highway and is easy to drive, even for new drivers.